The murders prompted a warning from the Atlantis Travel Group, an international association which specializes in executive travel.

“Reports indicate the couple were attacked by several people because of their sexual orientation and position as prominent members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community,” the warning states.

“Although same-sex activity is legal in Honduras, LGBT travellers should avoid drawing attention to their sexuality,” the warning continues. “Members should remain vigilant to their surroundings at all times and adopt stringent precautions because of the high rates of violent and opportunistic crime.”

LGBT murders in Honduras are less likely to be punished than other killings, according to a report by an Inter-American Commission on human rights.